Red-bordered Metalmark vs Common Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-bordered Metalmark | Common Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caria ino | Polyommatus icarus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | 28-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Texas through Mexico and Central America | Europe, North Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-bordered Metalmark
A dark metalmark butterfly with bright red-orange borders along the wing edges and metallic blue-green scaling at the wing bases. It perches with wings spread flat.
Did You Know?
Males are fiercely territorial, perching on sunlit leaf surfaces and darting out at any passing insect.
Common Blue Butterfly
A small butterfly where males are vivid violet-blue and females are brown with orange spots. It is the most widespread blue butterfly in Europe.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars secrete a sweet honeydew that attracts ants, which in turn protect them from predators.